2nd annual Houston Barbeque Festival

Poor weather wasn't about to keep lovers of good 'cue from coming out to the 2nd annual Houston Barbeque Festival at NRG Park.

By Compiled by J.R. Gonzales

on April 6, 2014 7:38 PM

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

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Bailey Green eats ribs during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Bailey Green eats ribs during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Loue Muller BBQ is part of The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Loue Muller BBQ is part of The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

Loue Muller BBQ is part of The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6,... Photo-6127420.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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Bailey Green eats with friends during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Bailey Green eats with friends during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue ... more

A sea of umbrellas, ponchos, and rain coats can be seen throughout The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off while attendants wait in line for their food sample at Reliant on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

A sea of umbrellas, ponchos, and rain coats can be seen throughout The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off while attendants wait in line for their food sample at Reliant on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston ... more

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

A sea of umbrellas, ponchos, and rain coats can be seen throughout... Photo-6127436.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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Teresa Landa attends The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Teresa Landa attends The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique.

Rain doesn't keep BBQ lovers away during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Rain doesn't keep BBQ lovers away during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston ... more

Amaris Martinez, 4, and her father shelter from the rain under a tent during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off at Reliant on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Amaris Martinez, 4, and her father shelter from the rain under a tent during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off at Reliant on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize ... more

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

Amaris Martinez, 4, and her father shelter from the rain under a... Photo-6127445.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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BBQ enthusiast do not shy away from rain while standing in line for their sample during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

BBQ enthusiast do not shy away from rain while standing in line for their sample during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize ... more

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

BBQ enthusiast do not shy away from rain while standing in line for... Photo-6127442.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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Anne Marie Schwartz looks for shelter from the rain during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Anne Marie Schwartz looks for shelter from the rain during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that ... more

Photo: Mayra Beltran, Houston Chronicle

Anne Marie Schwartz looks for shelter from the rain during The 2nd... Photo-6127432.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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Will Buckman, of Corkscrew BBQ, and Jamie Fain, of Fainous BBQ, greet each other during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Will Buckman, of Corkscrew BBQ, and Jamie Fain, of Fainous BBQ, greet each other during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize ... more

Chef Ronnie Killen is greeted by fan Pat Aurthur while chopping up meat during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Chef Ronnie Killen is greeted by fan Pat Aurthur while chopping up meat during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners ... more

camden curry, 2, reaches up for a piece of rib from his father during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

camden curry, 2, reaches up for a piece of rib from his father during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit ... more

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camden curry, 2, reaches up for a piece of rib from his father... Photo-6127429.83384 - Houston Chronicle

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Maeka Inoue and Junya Ionue take a selfie during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Maeka Inoue and Junya Ionue take a selfie during The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make ... more

Tin Roof BBQ quickly assembles plates for attendees of The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make Houston barbecue unique. less

Tin Roof BBQ quickly assembles plates for attendees of The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook Off on April 6, 2014, in Houston, Tx. The Houston Barbecue Festival is to celebrate and recognize owners and pit masters that make ... more